CPSC, Wenzel Reminds Consumers about Recall of Propane Camping Lanterns

Active Recall Announced April 2, 2002 CPSC #02132

Quick answer

CPSC, Wenzel Reminds Consumers about Recall of Propane Camping Lanterns is CPSC recall #02132, announced on April 2, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled lanterns are green and silver with brass fittings, have a glass globe, and stand about 9 inches high (without the propane cylinder attached). The lanterns, when attached to the propane cylinder, sit on a green plastic base on which the model names "Ozark Trail" or "Wenzel" appear. The Ozark Trail model has a double cloth mantle for lighting and the Wenzel model has either a double or single cloth mantle. The models involved are Ozark Trail 824927 and 824928, and Wenzel 824208, 824226, 824227 and 824401, which appear on the box in which the lantern came. Lanterns purchased after September 1, 2001 are not covered by this recall. The propane cylinder, which is not affected by the recall and is not distributed by Wenzel, is sold separately from the lantern. The lantern recall was originally announced on August 28, 2001 The remedy is consumers with ozark trail or wenzel lanterns should stop using them immediately and detach the lantern from the propane cylinder. consumers should return only the lanterns to the store where purchased, for a refund.. Affected brand: Wenzel Co..

Hazard

The recalled lanterns are green and silver with brass fittings, have a glass globe, and stand about 9 inches high (without the propane cylinder attached). The lanterns, when attached to the propane cylinder, sit on a green plastic base on which the model names "Ozark Trail" or "Wenzel" appear. The Ozark Trail model has a double cloth mantle for lighting and the Wenzel model has either a double or single cloth mantle. The models involved are Ozark Trail 824927 and 824928, and Wenzel 824208, 824226, 824227 and 824401, which appear on the box in which the lantern came. Lanterns purchased after September 1, 2001 are not covered by this recall. The propane cylinder, which is not affected by the recall and is not distributed by Wenzel, is sold separately from the lantern. The lantern recall was originally announced on August 28, 2001

Affected products

"Ozark Trail" or "Wenzel" propane-fueled camping lanterns

Recalled brands

Wenzel Co.

Remedy

Consumers with Ozark Trail or Wenzel lanterns should stop using them immediately and detach the lantern from the propane cylinder. Consumers should return only the lanterns to the store where purchased, for a refund.

Recall date

April 2, 2002

Categories

Lights & Accessories

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #02132?

CPSC recall #02132 covers CPSC, Wenzel Reminds Consumers about Recall of Propane Camping Lanterns, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on April 2, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled lanterns are green and silver with brass fittings, have a glass globe, and stand about 9 inches high (without the propane cylinder attached). The lanterns, when attached to the propane cylinder, sit on a green plastic base on which the model names "Ozark Trail" or "Wenzel" appear. The Ozark Trail model has a double cloth mantle for lighting and the Wenzel model has either a double or single cloth mantle. The models involved are Ozark Trail 824927 and 824928, and Wenzel 824208, 824226, 824227 and 824401, which appear on the box in which the lantern came. Lanterns purchased after September 1, 2001 are not covered by this recall. The propane cylinder, which is not affected by the recall and is not distributed by Wenzel, is sold separately from the lantern. The lantern recall was originally announced on August 28, 2001

What is the remedy for recall #02132?

The CPSC remedy for recall #02132 is consumers with ozark trail or wenzel lanterns should stop using them immediately and detach the lantern from the propane cylinder. consumers should return only the lanterns to the store where purchased, for a refund.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, Wenzel Reminds Consumers about Recall of Propane Camping Lanterns on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Wenzel-Reminds-Consumers-about-Recall-of-Propane-Camping-Lanterns. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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